Sonthaya Oakkharasri
Israel Identifies Bodies of Two More Hostages as US Vice President JD Vance Visits to Support Gaza Ceasefire
Oct 22, 2025 09:26 pm CST
Israel has identified the remains of two more hostages killed during Hamas's October 7 attack, as US Vice President JD Vance meets with Israeli leaders to strengthen the fragile Gaza ceasefire. Since the truce began on October 10, fifteen hostage bodies have been returned to Israel, while uncertainty remains about the peace plan's implementation including Hamas disarmament and international security force deployment in Gaza. Meanwhile, 54 Palestinian bodies returned by Israel are being prepared for burial, with Gaza health officials calling for an investigation into alleged torture evidence.
Israel Identifies Bodies of Two Hostages as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Enter Second Phase
Oct 19, 2025 07:26 pm CST
Israel has identified the remains of two hostages handed over by Hamas as talks for the second phase of ceasefire negotiations begin. The fragile truce faces challenges as Israel threatens to keep the Rafah crossing closed until Hamas returns all hostage remains, while both sides accuse each other of violations. Discussions continue about Gaza's future governance and security arrangements under a US-brokered peace plan.